Knexus is seeking a talented and proactive UI/UX Engineer to join our team, focusing on the design and implementation of user-facing web solutions for government projects. This is a fully remote position for candidates in the continental U.S., with work hours aligned to Eastern Standard Time (EST) zone to support our distributed team and partners effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in web development and a keen eye for user experience, translating complex requirements into intuitive and efficient interfaces.
This role requires a unique combination of design sensibilities and engineering expertise. You will be responsible for the entire frontend lifecycle, from conceptual design and prototyping to production-level code and deployment. A key aspect of this role is the ability to consume and integrate with REST endpoints to build dynamic, data-driven applications. You will work within an agile environment, collaborating closely with backend engineers, data scientists, and project managers to deliver high-quality, impactful solutions.

REQUIRED SKILLSQUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of experience in a UI/UX or Frontend Engineer role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Strong experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with deployment on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or a similar cloud infrastructure.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• DesignImplement Frontend Solutions: Develop user-centric and visually compelling web applications. This includes creating fluid, mobile-friendly layouts using component driven HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and translating design mockups into functional code.
• Web-Focused Development: Build responsive and stable applications that delight users. You will write clean, reusable code and component libraries to ensure consistency and scalability across projects.
• Consume REST Endpoints: Connect the frontend to data services by working with RESTful APIs to fetch and manipulate data dynamically.
• Google Infrastructure Deployment: Understand how to deploy and maintain web applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This includes using build tools and working with DevOps practices to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand user needs, provide solutions, and ensure a seamless user experience. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the technical vision and strategy of our frontend applications.